Buttermilk Falls State Park

Overview

Buttermilk Creek descends more than 500 feet in a series of cascades and rapids. A natural pool at the base of Buttermilk Falls provides swimming with the feel of an old swimming hole. Upstream, a scenic trail circles Lake Treman. The park features 5 trails that wander through a remarkable variety of landscapes. This park is home to the Gray Petaltail Dragonfly, considered to be the dinosaur of dragonflies!
Buttermilk Falls State Park takes its name from the foaming cascade formed by Buttermilk Creek as it flows down the steep valley side toward Cayuga Lake. The upper park has a small lake, hiking trails through woodlands and along the gorge and rim, picnic areas and playing fields. The lower park has a campground, pool and playing fields, beyond which is Larch Meadows. Larch Meadows is a moist, shady glen and wetland area through which a nature trail winds. Park activities, including tours through Buttermilk gorge, which are offered weekly from July 4th through Labor Day.
The park is accessible by bus TCAT routes 67 & 68.
For more information: http://www.nysparks.state.ny.us/parks/151/details.aspx

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updated 03/2012 by Ithaca - Tompkins County NY